Nursing Care Planning Evaluation

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What is the purpose of establishing priorities in nursing care plans?

To prioritize wellness problems over health promotion issues
To determine the order of nursing diagnoses for interventions (correct)
To monitor the progress of each patient
To evaluate the efficacy of interventions

What takes priority over wellness and health promotion problems in nursing care plans?

Long-term chronic needs
Patient preferences
Nursing interventions
Acute patient care needs (correct)

What is the main purpose of evaluation in the nursing process?

To determine the order of interventions
To establish priorities
To monitor patient progress (correct)
To evaluate nurse performance

What type of data is considered subjective in nursing care?

Patient-reported data (B) Signup and view all the answers

In nursing care, what is the best source of information about practice and outcomes?

Direct care (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the patient considered an important resource in developing care plans?

To provide feedback on whether outcomes are met (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a risk diagnosis in nursing?

Identifying undesirable responses to a health condition (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'r/t' stand for in nursing terminology?

Related to (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of planning in nursing care?

Setting goals for patient care (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Assessment' step of the nursing process involve?

Gathering information about the patient's condition (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is patient collaboration essential in planning nursing care?

To tailor the plan of care to meet each patient's unique needs (D) Signup and view all the answers

In nursing, what purpose does a secondary diagnosis serve?

Addressing the medical diagnosis responsible for the problem (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluation in the nursing process?

To determine if goals and expected outcomes are achieved (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of nursing interventions, what are nurse-initiated interventions?

Independent actions carried out by nurses without supervision or orders from others (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between short-term and long-term goals in nursing care?

Short-term goals are objective behaviors expected in a short time, while long-term goals take longer to achieve (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the patient in the planning phase of care according to the text?

Collaborating with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes interventions in nursing care?

Treatments carried out to achieve improved outcomes based on clinical judgment (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why are patient values, preferences, and expressed needs considered important in individualized care plans?

To create realistic goals based on what matters most to the patient (C) Signup and view all the answers